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2021 PROSPECTUS
PR OV I D ED B Y ACC R ED I TED AT
A S THE FO U N DATI O N Y EAR FOR
CRICOS Provider Number 01697J I TS U N D ER G R A D UATE COURSES
RTO Number 5036 CRICOS Provider Number 00025B
WELCOME
PRESIDENT AND
VICE-CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE
Studying abroad is an exciting prospect because it holds the promise of expanding one’s horizons in so many
different and rewarding ways – socially, culturally, linguistically and intellectually.
With the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the alluring prospect of international study has, unfortunately,
had to be postponed by many young people across the world, over the past year.
If you’re currently contemplating studying abroad, then please don’t lose sight of the fact that the danger posed by
this pandemic will eventually diminish – and the world will then shift into a period of recovery and re-connection.
While we wait for that period to arrive, here at The University of Queensland (UQ), we’re doing everything we can
to support our large contingent of international students to continue with their studies online – no matter where
they’re located.
We’re also delighted that IES College is providing remote, online learning opportunities for students participating in
the IES Foundation Year program, so that they can progress on the pathway towards studying at UQ.
In a typical year, around one-third of our student population comes from overseas – and our campuses become
home to students from more than 140 nations. Additionally, many of our staff have lived, studied or worked
overseas.
We place a high value on integrating these global perspectives into our teaching and research programs, because it
helps to enhance the learning and cultural experiences of all our students, as well as the broader community.
Across a range of measures, UQ is now consistently ranked among the world’s top 50 universities. We offer world-
class teaching, research and recreational facilities. And our campuses are vibrant places – alive with ideas, debates
and activities.
If you do choose to undertake the IES Foundation Year, I wish you all the very best – and I hope that you’ll consider
joining us, at UQ, as a student in future years.
Professor Deborah Terry AO
PRESIDENT AND VICE-CHANCELLOR, THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND
WELCOME TO IES
Congratulations on taking the first step towards your pathway to success!
International Education Services (IES) has a proud history of preparing international students for The University of
Queensland through our Foundation and English language programs. Since 1998, more than 10,000 students have
continued on to study undergraduate degrees as diverse as Business Management, Economics and Journalism
through to Engineering, Pharmacy and Biotechnology.
Throughout our 21 year history, we have taken care to maintain our core value of excellence in education. We strive
to provide all students with an excellent experience through high quality programs and student services, ensuring
they get the most out of their studies and life in Australia.
Our high standard of service is recognised by our partners, industry bodies and governments. IES has won several
Queensland state awards, including the Best Pathway Program and Outstanding International Student Support.
The awards recognise IES as “providing leadership and exemplary work in the area of pathway development and
provision for international students”.
Most importantly, however, our students recognise the value and high quality of IES. As our programs continue to
grow in popularity, we are proud to announce that IES College is now delivering the International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme to both domestic and international year 11 and 12 students from 2021. Based in Spring
Hill, the newly refurbished facility offers a contemporary approach to learning, and helps in preparing culturally
competent young people.
I look forward to welcoming you to IES.
Chris Evason
MANAGING DIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SERVICES
CONTENTS
2 Our programs
3 Why choose IES Foundation Year
for The University of Queensland?
4 A foundation for success
6 Academic programs
8 Entry requirements
11 Course structure
15 IES foundation year online program
16 Student services
17 Accommodation
20 The University of Queensland advantage
22 Undergraduate entry requirements
24 Brisbane: Australia’s new world city
26 Cross cultural engagement
28 IES Foundation Year students
30 Tuition fees and other costs
33 Campus locations
1
OUR PROGRAMS
INTERNATIONAL
STEM – CERTIFICATE BACCALAUREATE
IES FOUNDATION IV IN UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA
YEAR PREPARATION PROGRAMME (IBDP)
IES Foundation Year programs are The Certificate IV in University IES College is an independent,
designed to prepare international Preparation (10246NAT) is designed co-educational senior high
students for entry into the first year to help progress high achieving school offering the International
of all undergraduate courses at The students interested in a career in Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
University of Queensland, Brisbane, allied health, engineering, and science for year 11 and 12.
Australia. There are three programs into the first year of their University of
IES College’s smaller boutique
available: Standard, Express and Queensland undergraduate degree.
environment provides a personalised
Extended. International Education Students who successfully complete
student experience, encouraging each
Services delivers the programs in all competencies will receive the
student to reach their full potential,
consultation and collaboration with Certificate IV in University Preparation
feel safe and supported.
The University of Queensland. (10246NAT), CRICOS Code 093462M.
We take a whole-of-student-
Standard Program: CRICOS Course
development approach to teaching
Code 088290B
and learning; our students are
Express Program: CRICOS Course Code simultaneously challenged, engaged,
088289F supported and nurtured.
Extended Program: CRICOS Course CRICOS Course Code 102664M
Code 088291A
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WHY CHOOSE IES FOUNDATION YEAR
FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND?
10,000+ IES students Over 90% of each Inner city campus
have transitioned into graduating class
UQ since 1998 receives an offer to
enter UQ
21 years of experience 40+ nationalities are UQ ranked 46th in the
in innovative teaching represented at IES world QS World University
methods Rankings, 2020
UQ ranked No.1 UQ has more national In 2020 UQ celebrated
university in Australia teaching awards than 110 years of academic
for research CWTS any other Australian excellence.
Leiden Ranking 2020 university 4 star (****) rating
for student demand, staff
qualifications, teaching
quality, learning resources
and overall experience
Good Universities Guide,
2019
IES awarded Best IES was voted the
Pathway Program most Outstanding
International
Student Support
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A FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS
IES Foundation Year SPECIALISED PROGRAMS ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
programs guarantee Subjects in the college curricula are developed English Language Assistance (ELA) provides
a place in an in collaboration with senior UQ academics to extra tuition for students who are either having
provide students with the best preparation for difficulties with English in their studies or require
undergraduate program their future undergraduate studies. Students IELTS test preparation classes, especially those
at The University of develop an extensive range of academic skills who need an IELTS score of more than 6.5 for
essential to successful university study in their undergraduate program at UQ. All ELA
Queensland for all Australia. Students have access to UQ facilities, teachers are fully trained TESOL teachers.
international students such as laboratories, as part of their foundation
who meet the specified studies. More than 10,000 IES students have PACKAGES
entered UQ since the program began.
entry requirements.* Packaged offers are provided to all students,
including: English Pathway Programs (if
QUALITY LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
*Quotas apply in several programs. additional English tuition is required); IES
Teaching styles are varied and include lectures, programs; and UQ undergraduate programs – all
tutorials and classroom delivery to maximise the on one single visa.
potential success of every student. Students are
supported in a safe and nurturing environment SCHOLARSHIPS
by friendly, multi-lingual, experienced Student
Services staff and teachers. A range of scholarships are offered for study in
IES Foundation Year programs. These scholarships
range from 25 to 50% reduction of all tuition fees.
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT OUTCOMES
Undergraduate scholarships and bursaries are
All graduating students are placed in tertiary also awarded by The University of Queensland
institutions with over 90% of students gaining a for outstanding IES graduates. Full details of all
place at The University of Queensland. current scholarships are available at iescollege.
com/foundation-year/scholarships
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Naly Deusdara
Moreira e Silva
BRAZIL
IES FOUNDATION YEAR STUDENT
“I will cherish the memories made at IES
for a lifetime! The time spent here has
been full of learning opportunities, both
inside and outside the classroom. IES
is not only a fantastic platform to help
prepare you to study at The University
of Queensland, but it’s also a place that
offers endless networking opportunities.
Thanks to IES, I’ve had the chance to
speak at a launch event and network
with professionals from various
industries in Australia, and was invited
to attend the Multicultural Queensland
Awards Gala event organised by
the Queensland Department of
Multicultural Affairs.”
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
IES delivers several programs for international
students to prepare for the Australian PROGRAM IES INTAKES IES GRADUATION UQ START
education system. The IES Foundation Year
and IES English Pathway Program both ensure
EXPRESS PROGRAM May 2021 December 2021 February 2022
students get the most out of their studies and July 2022
CRICOS Course Code 088289F November 2021 May 2022
start university well prepared.
Three programs are available in the
IES Foundation Year: Standard, Express STANDARD PROGRAM February 2021 December 2021 February 2022
and Extended. Program placement is CRICOS Course Code 088290B August 2021 May 2022 July 2022
determined after consideration of a student’s
background, English competency and desired
EXTENDED PROGRAM January 2021 December 2021 February 2022
undergraduate program as well as any other
CRICOS Course Code 088291A June 2021 May 2022 July 2022
additional requirements.
Each program offers both first and second
semester start dates, with entry into university
the semester following graduation. Students EXTENDED
PROGRAM IES INTAKES EPP FINISH
should be aware that some undergraduate PROGRAM START
programs are available from Semester One only.
Students receive the same high quality of ENGLISH PATHWAY
April 2021 June 2021 June 2021
PROGRAM 10 WEEKS
tuition across the three face-to-face programs. October 2021 December 2021 January 2022
CRICOS Course Code 090350K
All programs include the compulsory subjects
of Academic English for University Studies
(AE) and Mathematics, plus three electives ENGLISH PATHWAY
depending on student undergraduate PROGRAM 20 WEEKS January 2021 June 2021 June 2021
preferences. CRICOS COURSE CODE July 2021 December 2021 January 2022
090349C
* NEW DATES AND ARRANGEMENTS DURING COVID-19 OUTBREAK ARE AVAILABLE ON
OUR WEBSITE : https://foundationyear.com/covid-19-update
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Samuel Chong
SINGAPORE
IES ALUMNI & UQ STUDENT
BACHELOR OF LAWS (HONOURS)
UQ INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AMBASSADOR
“IES taught me the importance of work-
life balance, which helped in improving
the efficiency of my work performance.
IES taught me how to enjoy my
courses and the learning process,
and that studying can be interesting
and fulfilling. As a result, I managed
to graduate with straight 7s and was
successful in entering my desired
program at UQ.”
ENGLISH PATHWAYS EPP FOUNDATION YEAR PROGRAMS
Offers additional support and services to help students
EPP maximise their success. The Extended program focuses
20 WEEKS EXTENDED on improving students’ Academic English and Math
CRICOS COURSE CODE 090349C PROGRAM ability and gives them a head start on preparing for their
47 WEEKS
Foundation Year assessment. The program is especially
beneficial for younger students, students with high
CRICOS Course Code
academic aspirations such as Pharmacy or Veterinary
088291A
EPP Science, and students who need to increase their English
language competency.
10 WEEKS
CRICOS Course Code 090350K
STANDARD The Standard program is recommended for students with
good academic results and English language proficiency.
PROGRAM It is the most popular of the three programs. Students
41 WEEKS complete their studies in small class sizes and have full
CRICOS Course Code access to student support services throughout the duration
Students can enhance their English 090350K of their studies.
competency before Foundation
Year with the IES English Pathway It is designed for students who have stronger English
Program (EPP). A 20-week and 10- EXPRESS language proficiency (IELTS 6.0 or above) and are capable
week program is available depending PROGRAM of handling a faster, more intensive pace of tuition.
on the student’s needs and provides 29 WEEKS It is also suitable for students who have completed a
intensive Academic English instruction matriculation program in their own country but have not
CRICOS Course Code
to help them gain confidence. quite met the entry levels for undergraduate study or who
088289F
need to gain assumed knowledge in certain subjects.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – ACADEMIC
IES FOUNDATION ENGLISH
YEAR
COURSE EXTENDED STANDARD EXPRESS
ACADEMIC MINIMUM IELTS 5.0 5.5 6.0
ENTRY LEVELS Writing band 5.0 No band less than 5.0 (Writing band 6.0,
other bands 5.0 or above)
• Forecast results are accepted where
appropriate. TOEFL (iBT) 56 70 78
• Consideration is given to the actual subject GCE O Levels C C B
studied. Depending on your preferred HKDSE Level 2 Level 2 Level 3
undergraduate program, a minimum grade
in Mathematics may also apply. PTE Overall 42 Overall 49 Overall 60
• Entry to Express may require higher Certificate of Proficiency
– C C
academic grades than those listed in the in English (CPE)
chart below. Eleven full years of schooling is Certificate of Advanced
also required. – C C
English (CAE)
• We will only accept an application if the
results indicate the student will have a good ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR QUOTA PLACES
chance of passing our program.
Students applying for undergraduate programs subject to quota restrictions may need to meet
• Depending on the qualifications, 11 or higher IELTS or equivalent requirements for entry to IES Foundation Year. Programs currently
12 years of schooling is also required. For subject to quota restrictions include Dental Science, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy,
current and additional information on entry Nursing/Midwifery, Speech Pathology and Veterinary Science. For further information about quota
requirements, refer to our website: restrictions and evidence of higher English language proficiency please refer to pages 22-23 or
www.foundationyear.com contact the Enrolments Office on info@fdn.uq.edu.au or visit www.foundationyear.com
IES ENGLISH PATHWAY PROGRAM
PROGRAM 20-WEEKS 10-WEEKS
IELTS IELTS 4.0 IELTS 4.5
(no sub-band less than 4) (no sub-band less than 4.5)
or equivalent
or equivalent
For full details, including costs, program dates, entry requirements and how to apply for the EPP, visit
https://foundationyear.com/epp/home.html
8ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COUNTRY EXTENDED PROGRAM STANDARD PROGRAM EXPRESS PROGRAM
Argentina Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 8.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Australia Year 11 (60% in 4 academic subjects) Year 11 (70% in 4 academic subjects) Year 12 (70% in 4 academic subjects)
English or English EAL 60% or above English or English EAL 70% or above English or English EAL 70% or above
Bangladesh Secondary certificate - A (4 academic subjects) Secondary certificate - A (4 academic subjects) Secondary certificate - A+ (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Brazil Year 11 - C or 5.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - C or 5.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 12 - B or 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
British/UK O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Brunei O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Cambodia Secondary certificate OR O Levels Secondary certificate OR O Levels Secondary certificate OR O Levels
O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Canada Grade 11 - 70% & above (4 academic subjects) Grade 11 - 70% & above (4 academic subjects) Grade 12 - 85% & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 ENGLISH - 70% and above ENGLISH - 85% and above
Chile Grade 11 - 4.7 & above (4 academic subjects) Grade 11 - 4.7 & above (4 academic subjects) Grade 11 - 5.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
China Senior 2 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - 90% & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 Senior 3 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Colombia Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 8.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Ecuador Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 7.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 8.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Hong Kong Form 5 - 60% & above (4 academic subjects) Form 5 - 60% & above (4 academic subjects) HKDSE - Level 3 in two subjects Category A subjects
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 OR IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 OR IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above, OR
HKDSE - Level 2 in three subjects Category A HKDSE - Level 2 in three subjects Category A HKDSE ENGLISH - level 3
subjects (excluding Chinese Language) subjects (excluding Chinese Language)
HKDSE ENGLISH - level 2 HKDSE ENGLISH - level 2
Indonesia SMU 2 - grades 7.0 & above (4 academic SMU 2 - grades 7.0 & above SMU 3 - 7.0 & above
subjects) (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
International Year 11 certificate - grade 4 Year 11 certificate - grade 4 Year 11 certificate - grade 5 (4 academic subjects)
Baccalaureate (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) ENGLISH - Grade 5 OR
ENGLISH - Grade 4 OR ENGLISH - Grade 4 OR IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 Year 12 certificate - grade 4/5 (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH - Grade 4 OR
IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Japan Senior 2 - Grade 3 and above Senior 2 - Grade 3 and above Senior 3 - Grade 4 and above (4 academic subjects)
(4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0
Korea Senior 2 - average rank 4 (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - average rank 4 (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - average rank 3 (4 academic subjects)
Korean High School Equivalency exam - 70% in 4 Korean High School Equivalency exam - 70% in 4 Korean High School Equivalency exam - 80% in
academic subjects academic subjects 4 academic subjects
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Macau Form 5 - 60% & above (4 academic subjects) Form 5 - 60% & above (4 academic subjects) Form 6 - 75 & above (4 academic subjects)
Senior 2 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 3 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Malaysia SPM - B & above (4 academic subjects) SPM - B & above SPM - B x 2 subjects + A- x 2 subjects
ENGLISH C and above OR; (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
9COUNTRY EXTENDED PROGRAM STANDARD PROGRAM EXPRESS PROGRAM
Mexico Secondary High School - 7 & above Secondary High School - 7 & above Secondary High School - 8.5 & above
(4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Middle East Year 12 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Year 12 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects) Year 12 - 90% & above (4 academic subjects)
countries IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
(UAE, Kuwait,
Qatar, Bahrain,
Saudi Arabia &
Oman)
Mongolia Year 11 - 70% & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 70% & above ( 4 academic subjects) Year 12 - 80% & above ( 4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Myanmar Matriculation certificate - 60% & above Matriculation certificate - 60% & above Matriculation certificate - 75% & above
(4 academic subjects) OR (4 academic subjects) OR (4 academic subjects) OR
O Level - C grades ( 4 academic subjects) O Level - C grades ( 4 academic subjects) O Level - B grades ( 4 academic subjects)
O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Pakistan Completion of Higher Secondary with C or Completion of Higher Secondary with C or 70% Completion of Higher Secondary with B or 80% and
70% and above (4 academic subjects) and above (4 academic subjects) above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Philippines High School Diploma - C or 70% High School Diploma - C or 70% (4 academic High School Diploma - B or 80% (4 academic subjects)
(4 academic subjects) subjects) IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0
Papua New High School Certificate - C & above High School Certificate - C & above High School Certificate - B & above
Guinea (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Russia Year 11 - 3 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 3 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Singapore O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH C and above OR; O Levels ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
South Africa Senior Certificate - C & above Senior Certificate - C & above Senior Certificate - B & above (4 academic subjects)
(4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) ENGLISH B and above OR;
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0
Sri Lanka O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Taiwan Senior 2 - 65% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 2 - 65% & above (4 academic subjects) Senior 3 - 80% & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Thailand Matayom 5 - 3.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Matayom 5 - 3.0 & above (4 academic subjects) Matayom 6 - 3.0 & above (4 academic subjects)
(Year 11) (Year 11) (Year 12)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Turkey Year 11 - 4 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 4 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
USA Year 11 - GPA 2.9 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - GPA 2.9 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 12 - GPA 2.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Vietnam Year 11 - 7 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 7 & above (4 academic subjects) Year 11 - 8.0 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 Year 12 - 7.5 & above (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Zambia Senior Certificate - C & above Senior Certificate - C & above Senior Certificate - B & above
(4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects) (4 academic subjects)
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
Zimbabwe O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - C grades (4 academic subjects) O Levels - B grades (4 academic subjects)
ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH C and above OR; ENGLISH B and above OR;
IELTS 5.0; Writing band 5.0 IELTS 5.5; No band less than 5.0 IELTS 6.0; Writing band 6.0; Other bands 5.0 or above
10COURSESTRUCTURE
COURSE STRUCTURE
A Foundation Year Stream is the area of study
that relates to the Bachelor’s Degree students
want to complete at UQ. Each stream contains
five subjects studied over the duration of the
Foundation Year. Foundation Year Streams
are designed to prepare students for all UQ
2 + 3
Bachelor Degrees and meet UQ Degree program COMPULSORY ELECTIVE
entry requirements. Students will be given the
opportunity to select one stream prior to the
SUBJECTS SUBJECTS
start of the program. For those students who
have chosen one of the Main Streams, Academic
English for University Studies and Mathematics
STREAM 2 COMPULSORY SUBJECTS ELECTIVE SUBJECTS
are compulsory subjects.
Students also study three elective subjects
MAIN ACADEMIC
depending on the stream selected. MATHEMATICS EACH STREAM HAS 3 ELECTIVE SUBJECTS
STREAMS ENGLISH
Stream selection is based on the student’s
interests as well as entry requirements for
their undergraduate preference*. Due to STREAM SUBJECT STRUCTURE
undergraduate requirements and potential
scheduling conflicts, not all subject combinations
may be available. HUMANITIES ACADEMIC HUMANITIES & BEHAVIOURAL BUSINESS
RESEARCH
STREAM ENGLISH SOCIAL SCIENCES SCIENCE MANAGEMENT
The structure of the Humanities Stream consist of
5 subjects. Students must take Academic English,
Behavioural Sciences, Humanities and Social
Sciences, Research, and Business management.
*Students who are interested in studying a MAIN STREAM
degree program in The University of Queensland’s
Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty are Compulsory subjects
encouraged to study the Humanities stream.
ACADEMIC ENGLISH FOR MATHEMATICS
UNIVERSITY STUDIES To develop mathematical knowledge and
This core subject incorporates three major skills for quantitative reasoning and problem
components. The first is instruction in academic solving, this subject builds understanding and
English specifically for university level studies. competence in a range of key areas. The topics
Academic skills such as referencing, essay and studied include computation, sequences, series
report writing, seminar skills, note-taking, and binomial expansions, common functions
listening and reading skills are developed. and their graphs, trigonometry, differentiation
The second component is an introduction and integration, and statistics and probability.
to Australian contemporary world issues, Applications to a wide range of contexts are
including key aspects of the Australian considered, and experience is developed via
population and demography, issues in the investigations of real world questions, with the
media, and government and politics. This aid of mathematical technology tools.
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
component of the course also provides Elective subjects
This subject is strongly recommended for any
students with tasks that develop critical
student considering a degree in the Humanities For the full list of elective subjects refer to
thinking and analytical skills. Finally, students pages 12 & 13.
and Social Sciences. It is compulsory for those
are taught academic research skills. These
students who have chosen the Humanities
include the use of electronic and academic
stream. In this subject, students are supported
databases, online resource evaluation, as well
to develop fundamental thinking and learning
as basic word processing.
skills through the exploration of topics of interest
and development of a creative portfolio. In
the first half of the program, students focus on
developing their speaking and argument skills
HUMANITIES STREAM
through the study of international perspectives: The structure of IES Foundation Year - Humanities Stream consists of five subjects. Students enrolled in
globalization, international policy, peace and this stream must take the subjects below:
conflict, intercultural communication and • Academic English
indigenous rights. In the second half of the
program, students work on developing reflective • Humanities & Social Sciences
learning and creative thinking skills through the • Behavioural Science
study of the creative arts, including the history • Research
of ideas, film and TV studies, pop culture, and
• Business Management
Indigenous Australian art.
11Yu-Ta (Joshua)
Chang
TAIWAN
IES & UQ GRADUATE
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
“IES helped me to develop both
academic and social skills. I learnt
ELECTIVES (CHOOSE 3) PHYSICS
This subject covers modern fundamental
how to network, communicate
and collaborate with people from
theoretical principles and basic experimental
BIOLOGY different cultural backgrounds. I
techniques of physics. It also aims to provide
This subject aims to develop students’ students with an understanding of the role
also learnt the foundational theories
understanding of living organisms and of physical science in society. The subject relevant to my undergraduate
their environment. Topics covered include is designed for students intending to study program at UQ. My education in
classification, ecosystems, cell biology, the science or engineering subjects that require Brisbane has helped me to secure a
physiology of plants and animals, reproduction, knowledge of physics, in particular computer coveted position of Project Manager
growth and development, genetics and and software engineering, electronic and back home in Taiwan.”
evolution. There is a field trip to Stradbroke electrical engineering, and civil engineering.
Island, which is designed to emphasise Other areas of intended study include
and illustrate major habitats, life zones and physiotherapy, veterinary science and
ecological principles. There is also a practical medicine. There is a laboratory component
component to the subject that instructs to this subject that instructs students in RESEARCH
students in the proficient and safe use of the proficient and safe use of laboratory
This subject focuses on engaging students in
laboratory and field study equipment. equipment.
the research process through planning and
CHEMISTRY BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE writing their own research assignments on
This subject aims to develop students’ a topic of their choice. Students identify the
This subject provides a general introduction to
understanding of basic chemical ideas. Topics different types of thinking skills required to
the social sciences and helps students develop
covered in the first half of the course include understand issues from various perspectives
an understanding of human behaviour, both
atomic structure, chemical names, formulae and use this understanding to construct
as individuals and as members of social groups
and equations, quantitative calculations, logical, original arguments. Students explore
and the wider society. The subject includes
periodicity, bonding and thermochemistry. topical issues through small written tasks
the field of criminology. Students explore and
In the second half of the course, key topics and prepare a planning document that forms
analyse relevant social problems through the
include gas laws, chemical equilibrium, acids the basis of the major research assignment.
lens of differing perspectives and theories
and bases, solubility, redox reactions and Students then follow a structured plan under
from criminology and sociology. Students
basic organic chemistry. There is a laboratory teacher supervision to write their major
also concentrate on the psychology of the
component to this subject that instructs research assignments and related supporting
individual, covering aspects of cognition,
students in the proficient and safe use of documents. Finally, students present their
memory, social influence, learning, mental
laboratory equipment. The course is designed findings to their classmates in an oral
health and research. Throughout the subject,
as a foundation for further chemical studies presentation.
students are encouraged and supported to
in UQ degrees such as science, chemical develop critical thinking, public speaking skills,
engineering, pharmacy and veterinary science. and report writing skills.
12Leslie
Dominguez
ECUADOR
IES & UQ GRADUATE
BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
(HONOURS)
“IES played a fundamental role
in helping me to improve my
ACCOUNTING ECONOMICS
English language and academic
This subject focuses on supporting business This subject aims to provide students
decisions through financial management, with a practical understanding of the core
skills. I learnt how to deliver oral
reports and analysis. Students will experience economic principles that explain why presentations, engaged in essay and
managing an online retail business first-hand individuals, companies and governments report writing, as well as fine-tuned
through IES’s Virtual Business eCommerce, make the decisions they do, and how their my critical thinking and research
which is a platform designed to increase decision-making might be improved to skills. I really enjoyed every aspect
students’ exposure to topics such as financial make the best use of available resources. of my time at IES, and studying
record-keeping, reporting, and making data- Students will examine the functions of the there was one of the main reasons
driven decisions. Students will use accounting Australian economy and its interaction with why I was able to succeed at UQ.”
software and MS Excel to assist them in the international economy. Students will
processing financial information. They will also study topics such as supply and demand,
examine accounting standards, compliance and GDP, unemployment, inflation, interest rates,
risk management to support decision-making. investment, government expenditure, taxation
This subject aims to provide students with policies and balance of payments. Students will
ARCHITECTURE
relevant practical and theoretical knowledge also learn to think like economists.
(Available in February Standard and May Express*
relating to the role of accounting within the programs only)
business system. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(Available in February Standard and This subject introduces students to the design
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT May Express* programs only) and construction of buildings, through an
This subject covers a wide range of theory exploration of principles and techniques, as
This subject aims to develop a solid well as provides insights into architectural
related to the disciplines of organisational
background in the computer fundamentals theory, history and practice. Students are
behaviour, marketing, finance, human resource
that are essential for undergraduate students given opportunities to undertake their own
management and international business
across all disciplines, whilst providing a architectural design project in which they
management. These topics are taught using a
robust foundation for students intending create an architectural brief, conduct a site
case study approach whereby theory is best
to pursue Information Technology degrees. analysis, carry out the design process and
applied to international practice. Students will
Topics covered include image manipulation, create models for the project.
learn how to produce technical documents
web coding, information systems and
including business, strategic, financial and *Some subject combinations are unavailable.
programming. There is also a theory element
marketing plans and be shown how to deliver
that gives students a foundation in computer
presentations. Unique to IES, students work in
basics, number systems and the social issues
a project team to manage a business enterprise
related to the widespread use of computers.
in a computer-based virtual world known as the
Students also engage in practical work and
Virtual Business Enterprise (VBE). The program
work collaboratively to complete the various
allows students to carry out the activities
stages of designing a functioning e-Commerce
of developing and running a business in an
website project.
engaging and challenging environment that
closely matches the dynamics and complexities
of organisational management in the real
world.
13ASSESSMENT
Throughout the program, academic
achievement is carefully monitored and
students are given regular feedback on their
progress. Students study 20-25 contact hours
per week. In addition to formal class time,
students are expected to study for at least 20
hours per week in their own time. Assessment
depends on the subject, but normally
comprises two examination papers, one or two
assignments to be completed by a specified
date during the course, laboratory practical
work (if relevant) and seminar participation
evaluation. Final assessment will take into
account all of the above. All subjects are graded
on a 7-point scale:
SCALE GRADE % RANGE
7 High distinction 85-100%
6 Distinction 75-84%
5 Credit 65-74%
4 Pass/Competent 50-64%
3 Low pass 47-49%
2 Fail 25-46%
1 Low fail 0-24%
ASSESSMENT FOR ENTRY TO UQ
English entry requirements
English entry requirements for the majority of
undergraduate programs is a grade of 5 for AE.
Students may also provide evidence of English
competency in the form of an IELTS score of 6.5
(with a minimum score of 6 for all sub bands).
This will not apply to students whose prior
qualifications already meet those needed for
undergraduate entry, i.e. GCE O level, Australian
High School Certificate Pass, etc. For more
information, please refer to https://future-
students.uq.edu.au/admissions/english-
language-requirements
UQ MINIMUM ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ENTRY REQUIREMENT EQUIVALENCIES
Academic IELTS 6.5 Pearson Test of
Ting-Wei (Danny) Tsai
English Grade overall, no English (PTE) 64
of 5 (65%) band less with no band
than 6 less than 60
TAIWAN
TOEFL and other equivalencies accepted.
IES FOUNDATION YEAR STUDENT For more information contact
info@fdn.uq.edu.au
Students wishing to enter courses where a
higher level of English language competency
“IES has taught me skills that are
is required (e.g. Dental Science, Laws, Nursing/
relevant to the ‘Bachelor of Regional Midwifery, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Speech
and Town Planning’, which is my Pathology and others) will need to obtain an
undergraduate aim at UQ. As such, IELTS score above 6.5. Some programs may
accept a grade of 7 in Academic English. Refer to
IES has been instrumental in helping me
the table of entry requirements on pages 22-23
reach my career goals to work in the of this brochure, or refer to https://iescollege.
government, and to hopefully become com/foundation-year/home.
a politician.”IES FOUNDATION YEAR ONLINE PROGRAM
Our online delivery of the IES Foundation Year Online Program is fully OUR ONLINE DELIVERY MODEL
endorsed by The University of Queensland. You will gain the same high
quality academic and English skills as our in-class experience. We utilise four modes of delivery, meaning you will have continuous
opportunities for live interactions with your teachers and friends. You will
IES online program is easy to enrol in and gives you 24/7 access to high discuss tasks, ask questions and solve problems on a daily basis.
quality content and resources, all from your home. All course materials
and activities are adapted for online learning, so you gain the same
knowledge, skills, and credentials as you would face to face. Your study
program is not compromised.
START ONLINE AND FINISH ON CAMPUS
You can start your course online now and once things settle down, you
could be studying on campus with your friends in no time. Our online
program has the exact same timeframe as our face to face classes, so
you can transition to the University of Queensland as planned (pending
issuance of your Confirmation of Enrolment or CoE).
YOUR STUDENT VISA
You won’t lose any time waiting to travel and you don’t need a Student
Visa to get started. However, when the travel ban lifts, you will need to
have your Student Visa to travel to Australia to study on campus. Going
through the CoE checks before you enrol online will ensure you are one
step closer to coming to Australia.
Your online studies and assessment outcomes will be accepted for
progression into The University of Queensland as planned. That way, when
borders re-open, you can easily transfer to our in-class experience, or to
The University of Queensland.
Enroling in the IES Foundation Year Online Program gives you the skills
and support to prepare you for any future study in Australia.
Teachers meet live with small groups of students using Zoom web-
1 conferencing for 60 minutes each week. Teachers will help you review your
Live online classes lessons and guide you through the material and tasks for the week ahead.
Students work through assigned lessons via Moodle, our online learning
2 platform. Lessons contain a rich range of resources, including videos using
Interactive self-directed study our Voice Intellect software; reading materials with interactive quizzes; and a
variety of tasks.
Teachers meet live with all students in the subject using Zoom web-
3 conferencing. Students work together through tasks and review content in
Live question and answer sessions an interactive question and answer style. These sessions are recorded for
review purposes.
Students are fully supported with their online learning. Teachers monitor
4 students’ progress and provide feedback every week through the
Individual support completion of checkpoint tasks. Students can post a question to a forum at
any time and receive a response within 24 hours.
15STUDENT SERVICES
STUDENT COUNSELLING STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAM ORIENTATION
Counsellors provide caring, experienced The Student Success Program (SSP) is designed At the commencement of each intake, a
counselling and advice. Their assistance is to help at-risk students to achieve success at full orientation program is held face to face
readily available throughout the year for any IES. This program is offered to a small number or by ZOOM which provides students with
personal or academic issues. Problems may of students based on their English and Math an introduction to IES Foundation Year
be study focused or related to adjusting to life entry test results. Each participating student and Brisbane, and gives new students an
in another country. Students are encouraged has their own mentor, and they meet weekly opportunity to meet their peers. Students are
to approach a counsellor as soon as problems to better understand their assessment tasks, provided with important information about
present. Students are also offered access to a gain access to resources, as well as identify and IES Foundation Year policies and procedures,
24-hour mobile phone number, which they can develop the relevant academic skills that helps facilities and services, personal safety and
call in cases of emergency. with succeeding at IES. health insurance, accommodation options and
advice on adjusting to life in Brisbane.
ACADEMIC AND CAREER ADVICE SUPPORTING UNDER-18 STUDENTS
ALUMNI GROUP
Study advisors provide a range of services and A range of services is provided for students
programs to help students settle into their new aged under 18. Student Services also remains in The Alumni Group is an important aspect in
academic routines and living situations. Free regular contact with these students to ensure the continuation of care and support offered
seminars are available to students throughout they are coping with their studies and new to students. Many students keep in touch
the year on topics such as budgeting, resume living arrangements. Under-18 students are also with their teachers and friends via the IES
writing, study skills and exam preparation. required to live in approved accommodation Foundation Year Facebook page and IES events.
such as Homestay or Student One. More Such platforms allow students to share their
INDIVIDUAL STUDY PLANS information is available on our website. challenges, triumphs and career experiences,
and serve as a support network that continues
Teachers and study advisors work together
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS into their professional working lives. IES
to identify students who are experiencing students have the chance to benefit from
academic difficulties that require greater Learning is not restricted to the classroom. these interactions during The University of
intervention strategies than the support A full schedule of activities and multicultural Queensland campus visits.
available in extra tutorials. These students are events keep students interested and
closely monitored and assisted; their progress is entertained during their studies. Activities
recorded via Individual Study Plans. range from recreational outings, which
encourage students to socialise and explore
CHANGES TO ENROLMENTS Brisbane, to academic activities such as
undergraduate information sessions and
For information about grounds on which faculty visits to UQ. Students are also invited
a student’s enrolment may be deferred, to join the Student Council to develop their
suspended or cancelled, please visit extra-curricular skills. The IES Café is a favourite
www.iescollege.com/Enrolment-Terms place for students to hang out and relax
between classes. Serviced by a barista, the IES
Café is located on the Ground Floor at our 433
Boundary Street campus.
16COURSE STRUCTURE
ACCOMMODATION
Images courtesy
of Student One
UNDER 18s AIRPORT TRANSFER For assistance, please contact
accomm@fdn.uq.edu.au
Student Services staff or student
Accommodation arrangements for students accommodation providers will arrange for URBANEST
under the age of 17 must be made through under 18 students to meet at the Brisbane
Student Services. Students aged between 16 Urbanest is located in South Brisbane near
International Airport. Students are given a
and 17 years are required to stay in Homestay, the lively restaurant and recreation precinct,
24-hour phone number in case of changes to
however students who are over 17 years old, Southbank. Urbanest provides an independent
flight details. This service is for students only.
may apply to stay with one of IES’s approved living option for IES students. Urbanest has
Please note that this service is compulsory
independent living providers. modern rooms and social spaces conducive for
for students under 18 where IES acts as their
meeting people and making lifelong friends.
guardian.
HOMESTAY Urbanest also has an active social calendar.
IES partners with Australian Homestay Network 18 AND OVER For more information and bookings, please
(AHN) to provide all Homestays for IES students. contact: accomm@fdn.uq.edu.au or
In addition to accommodation options
Homestays are carefully selected and regularly www.urbanest.com.au
listed above, students over the age of 18
monitored to meet IES requirements and can choose from several other independent SCAPE
provide each student with their own bedroom accommodation options, including:
in a safe and secure environment. Depending At Scape, you’ll have everything you need to
• The Johnson – Boundary Street, Spring Hill feel safe, calm and at home with a specialist
on the package, meals can be provided
• UniLodge – Margaret Street, Brisbane City trained team here for you around the clock. Put
throughout the week, e.g. the AHN Traditional your stamp on one of our stylish rooms, enjoy
package includes two meals Monday to Friday • IGLU – Mary Street, Brisbane City
the brilliant communal spaces to meet up, wind
and three meals on the weekend. Homestay • IGLU at Kelvin Grove – Blamey Street, Kelvin down and experience chance encounters with
hosts are based in areas with convenient public Grove neighbours. Now more than ever is the time to
transport to the IES campuses. For booking • Atira South Bank – 118 Merivale St, join Scape and take advantage of all-inclusive
information, please contact accomm@fdn. student living with bills taken care of, a shuttle
South Brisbane
bus to university, a dedicated safety & support
uq.edu.au • Raymont Residential College – 47 Cadell St, app and so much more. Get in touch today and
Auchenflower we’ll find the best option for you so you can
STUDENT ONE • Scape South Bank – 149 Merivale St, South focus on building a bright future.
Student One provides independent living Brisbane https://www.scape.com/en-au/student-
opportunities for students who have turned • UniLodge Buranda – 8 Gillingham St, accommodation/brisbane
17 years of age. Student One is located in the Woolloongabba
heart of Brisbane, close to dining areas, food
Applications can be done online or directly
shopping centres and is only a short distance
with the facility.
away from IES campuses via the free shuttle
bus. Pricing includes fortnightly room surface It is the responsibility of the student to arrange
cleaning; bed linen pack; and basic crockery independent accommodation, IES does
and cutlery, cooking equipment and kitchen not arrange these types of accommodation
utensils. There is a dedicated floor for all under bookings.
18 students and a staff member is available 24
For more information, visit www.iescollege.com/
hours to assist the students. Students over the
foundation-year/accommodation
age of 17 qualify for independent living.
17Hyewon Moon
SOUTH KOREA
IES ALUMNI & UQ STUDENT
BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE (HONOURS)
UQ INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AMBASSADOR
“IES is an essential stepping stone for a
successful university life. The curriculum
provided me with key information
needed to prepare for higher education
at UQ. I developed good time-
management skills at IES, and this
has helped me in juggling both my
studies and jobs at university. I highly
recommend studying at IES, as it is
your first step to a successful university
journey in Australia.”
18Tara Kwan
HONG KONG
IES ALUMNI & UQ CURRENT STUDENT
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
(HONOURS)
2018 BRISBANE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
AMBASSADOR
“IES was a great pathway in preparing
me for study at UQ. I felt safe studying
at IES knowing that there was a
strong support network for under-18
students. IES also made me feel
more comfortable about studying at
university, as it helped me to adjust to
the Australian tertiary education system,
which was unfamiliar to me back then.”
19THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND ADVANTAGE
As a UQ student GLOBAL REPUTATION TEACHING EXCELLENCE
you will receive For more than a century, The University of You will receive one of the best learning
opportunities, Queensland (UQ) has been internationally
renowned as one of Australia’s most highly
experiences in Australia as you will be taught
and guided by experienced teachers who have
choices and support ranked and awarded learning and research won UQ more national teaching awards than any
that will enable you institutions, delivering unparalleled teaching,
learning and research excellence that creates
other Australian university.
to achieve your positive change globally. UQ consistently ranks CAREER PREPARATION
individual aspirations, in the world’s top universities, as measured by
several key independent rankings, including UQ recognises that learning does not just
to become a leader the Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers happen in the classroom and offers a number
in your chosen field for World Universities (39), the US News Best of academic and extra-curricular activities to
complement your studies and prepare you for
and to positively
Global Universities Rankings (36), QS World
University Rankings (46), Academic Ranking of a successful career. Get practical experience
impact the society in World Universities (54), and the Times Higher with field trips, internships, volunteering,
further international study opportunities and
which you live.
Education World University Rankings (62).
undergraduate research programs. UQ also offers
students the Employability Award program
QUALITY PROGRAMS
which helps students to develop skills outside
Students who achieve the specific standards the classroom to become well-rounded, highly
at IES are guaranteed a place in the first year sought after graduates. For more information,
of undergraduate courses at UQ. This does not visit https://employability.uq.edu.au/award
apply for programs with a quota restriction.
Please refer to the Undergraduate Entry GREAT CAREERS
Requirements on pages 22-23. As a UQ student,
you can choose from over 120 undergraduate UQ graduates are highly regarded by Australian
programs, some of which can be “customised” to and international employers. The 2020 QS
a field of interest. Many UQ programs offer field Graduate Employability Rankings place UQ at
trips and industry placements, helping you to #57 globally, meaning UQ graduates are well
emerge from UQ with the skills and knowledge placed to secure employment.
you need to boost your career and meet the
demands of today’s workplace.
20SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
UQ offers scholarships and bursaries specifically
for IES graduates who demonstrate excellent
academic performance.
VIBRANT CAMPUSES
Experiencing life beyond the classroom is a big
part of university life, and UQ is a great place
to meet new people, and access a wide range
of social, sporting and cultural activities. UQ’s
vibrant campuses boast beautiful, safe grounds
where you can relax between classes or catch
up with friends. UQ offers world-class sporting
facilities; more than 220 social, sports and
academic clubs and societies; as well as many
cultural activities and events such as theatre,
dances, concerts, movies, debates, barbecues,
markets and art exhibitions. As an IES student
you are welcome on campus and encouraged to
participate in UQ activities.
Note: UQ (CRICOS Provider No 00025B) does not deliver the IES
Foundation Year programs for The University of Queensland.
International Education Services Limited is a separate
organisation (CRICOS Provider No 01697J), which owns and
delivers this pathway program at its Spring Hill campuses.
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